A review by khaleesimod93
Elisabeth: The Princess Bride, Austria - Hungary, 1853 by Barry Denenberg
emotional
funny
informative
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
5.0
I have read a few books about Empress Sisi and this one is my favorite. I think this one, told from her POV, was the most honest and true to who she was and what she thought. I think this story is also more honest to how Helene was portrayed and the other characters. The other stories I read about Sisi and Nene always portrayed Nene in the most horrible light just because she was passed over in favor or Sisi. I can't help but feel so bad for sisi. She was so young and in love. Not realizing the crushing weight a crown can be. She would have been happier far from the public eye with her horses and pets. Though, she did manage to carve her own story and freedom.